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Hormesis & Longevity
What is Hormesis? Hormesis is the idea that small doses of stress make you stronger by activating longevity pathways (AMPK, sirtuins, FOXO). Key hormetic stressors: 🔥 Cold Exposure – Boosts norepinephrine, metabolism, and resilience. Try cold showers (30 sec – 2 min) or ice baths. 🌞 Heat Therapy (Sauna) – Triggers heat shock proteins (HSPs)…
N-Acetylcysteine (NAC) treats and prevents Respiratory Diseases
N-Acetylcysteine (NAC) is a versatile compound with notable applications in respiratory health due to its mucolytic (mucus-thinning), antioxidant, and anti-inflammatory properties. Recent studies have explored its potential benefits across various respiratory conditions. Key Findings from Recent Research:Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD):A comprehensive review highlighted that high-dose NAC (≥1200 mg/day) can reduce the frequency of COPD…
Tasty and Bad: Two Sides of the Advanced Glycation End Products.
Addition below: New analysis disputes the assumption in the headline. Advanced Glycation End Products (AGEs) are harmful compounds formed when sugars react with proteins or fats in a process called glycation. This happens naturally in the body over time but can also occur when food is cooked at high temperatures (like grilling, frying, or roasting).…
Important article about Vitamin B12 and aging
A recent study published in the Annals of Neurology on February 10, 2025, investigated the relationship between vitamin B12 levels and brain health in older adults. The researchers found that even when vitamin B12 levels are within the normal range, lower concentrations can be linked to subtle brain changes and cognitive issues. Key Findings:Brain Structure…
Alpha-lipoic Acid Review: Anti-Aging, Antioxidant, Anti-inflammatory, and Neuroprotective Effects
Alpha-lipoic acid is an antioxidant made by the body. It is found in every cell, where it helps turn glucose into energy. Antioxidants attack “free radicals,” waste products created when the body turns food into energy. It is also available as a dietary supplement Alpha-lipoic Acid: An Antioxidant with Anti-aging Properties for Disease Therapy Numerous in silico,…
Creatine supplementation in older adults can double the amount of strength gained from resistance training.
Creatine monohydrate supplementation provides some anti-sarcopenic benefits for older adults.
Air Pollutants Cause Frailty
Effects of air pollutants exposure on frailty risk: A systematic review and meta-analysis “Meta-analysis indicated that PM2.5 exposure was significantly associated with frailty assessed by the frailty index… Moreover, solid fuel exposures were significantly associated with an increased risk of frailty assessed by the frailty phenotype … or the frailty index … Exposure to PM2.5 and solid…
Matcha green tea and resistance training
Matcha green tea beverage moderates fatigue and supports resistance training-induced adaptation Background: Resistance training adaptively increases muscle strength and mass, contributing to athletic performance and health promotion. Dietary intervention with natural foods provides nutrients that help accelerate muscle adaptation to training. Matcha green tea contains several bioactive factors such as antioxidants, amino acids, and dietary fibers;…
I Don’t Have a Sleep Disorder, I’m a Biphasic Sleeper
It’s 4:24 in the morning. Just woke up and made myself hot cacao. Now I’m writing this.